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HJ12 ZHY

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,077 mi
Last recorded114,077 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 ZHY
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 114,077 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 114,077 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 104,156 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced high level (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 90,293 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 77,260 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources os reg plate light out (4.7.1 (b) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 31 Oct 2017 64,874 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 46,219 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 31,072 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,459 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

wiper blades starting to smear

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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HJ12 ZHY is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ12 ZHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ12 ZHY registered?

HJ12 ZHY is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 20 April 2012.

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